Yes, the real estate market has changed this year. Buyers are far more discriminating, and a large percentage of the homes listed for sale never sell. It’s more critical than ever to learn what you need to know to avoid costly seller mistakes in order to sell your home fast and for the most amount […]
Affordability rises again in the Calgary housing market
According to numbers released by the Calgary Real Estate Board (CREB) today, the average price of single-family homes and condos are slightly down again. “Overall sales activity relative to new listings caused a softening in absorption rates, which resulted in inventory gains and ultimately placed moderate downward pressure on pricing,” said CREB® chief economist Ann-Marie […]
Calgarians are flocking to the suburbs: Census 2015
Results of the 2015 City of Calgary census were released last week, and the numbers show that Calgary’s suburbs are growing at a faster pace than the rest of the city. Overall, our city is home to over 35,000 new residents, and Evanston in the city’s northwest is leading growth in our communities. OVERALL […]
Lake Living: Calgary’s Communities on the Water
Summer weather has been good to Calgarians so far this year, and when the sun is scorching, it’s great to be near water. Calgary is fortunate to have several beautiful lake communities, where residents enjoy a lake lifestyle right in our big city. Arbour Lake This community is nestled in the city’s northwest, bordered […]
Why Downtown Condos are a Great Choice for Millennial Buyers
A large percentage of first-time homebuyers these days are millennials, also known as Generation Y. With so many young professionals making the move to purchase their first home, condos are a smart investment for millennial buyers. Affordability: condos make for a great entry point into the real estate market, as prices are obviously lower than […]